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MIXER TIPS & ADVICE

Agitator Clearance

Due to variations in bowls and agitators, it is RECOMMENDED that the agitator clearance be checked and
adjusted if necessary with every bowl or agitator change. The instructions below are a beginner's guide to doing
this adjustment and are not intended to be complete.

Lower the bowl lift to its bottom stop. Position the bowl square alignment bracket on the back; the alignment pins
in the bowl lift fit into the alignment holes of the bowl. Raise the bowl yoke until the bowl is seated. Lock the bowl
in place by rotating the bowl clamps over the ears of the bowl.

With the bowl in place and the lift at its bottom stop, push the agitator shank up on the shaft and turn clockwise
until the drive pin of the shaft latches in the L-shape slot of the agitator shank.

Mixer Speeds

speeD #1 (Low) is for heavy mixtures like dough, heavy batters and potatoes.
speeD #2 (Medium – Low) is for mixing cake batters, mashing potatoes and for developing dough.
speeD #3 (Medium – High) is for the maximum incorporation of air into light batches. The “D” whip is used for
whipping cream, beating egg whites, mixing; light icings, meringues and whipping.
speeD #4 (High) is for accelerated and maximum air incorporation into light batches.

How to Extend a Mixer’s Life Cycle

Mixer maintenance remains easy due to the fact these products tend to be a relatively simple piece of equipment
with minimal parts. Even so, foodservice operators need to follow a few simple steps to get the most out of this
equipment. Please note that the list below contains general maintenance information and should not serve as a
substitute for the manufacturer’s requirements and recommendations.

1. Clean mixers daily with hot, soapy water. Remove bowls and place them in the warewasher for cleaning.
Foodservice operators can remove the guards and either put them in the warewasher or wash by hand. Wipe
the unit’s base with a damp cloth at the end of the day.
2. Refrain from using high-pressure water hoses to clean a mixer. Water can contaminate and damage its
internal components.
3. Check and lubricate, periodically, gear boxes located inside planetary mixers.
4. Regularly check and, when necessary, replace belts on belt-driven mixers.
5. With some mixers, agitator clearance can change over time. When the distance changes between the bowl
and agitator unit, it can compromise the mixing results. For this reason, the clearance between the bowl and
agitator should be checked every six months.
6. Keep a maintenance log that documents the mixer’s history and assists service technicians in troubleshooting if
the unit is inoperable.
ADAPTABLE AGITATOR GUIDE

30-Qt. adaptable beater paddle fits 60-Qt. 40-Qt. adaptable beater paddle fits 60, 80, &
30BA mixers (when used with a 30VBWLA bowl 40BA 140-Qt. mixers (when used with a 40VBWLA
fitted with a bowl adapter) bowl fitted with a bowl adapter)

30-Qt. adaptable whip fits 60-Qt. mixers 40-Qt. adaptable whip fits 60, 80, & 140-Qt.
30WA (when used with a 30VBWLA bowl fitted 40WA mixers (when used with a 40VBWLA bowl fitted
with a bowl adapter) with a bowl adapter)

30-Qt. adaptable dough hook fits 60-Qt. 40-Qt. adaptable dough hook fits 60, 80, &
30DA mixers (when used with a 30VBWLA bowl 40DA 140-Qt. mixers (when used with a 40VBWLA
fitted with a bowl adapter) bowl fitted with a bowl adapter)

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